Bank of England keeps rates on hold as peers hike
At a glance The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to keep interest rates at 3.75% despite rising inflationary pressures. The BoE acknowledged the disruption to energy caused by the Iran conflict,...
Whole life assurance: the quiet solution to the IHT landscape
From April 2027, most unused pension funds will be included when calculating the value of someone’s estate for inheritance tax (IHT) purposes. This will push more people into the scope of this...
Closing the gap: women, pay and pensions
This week marks the annual Pensions Awareness campaign, launched 10 years ago by Pension Geeks. While trade bodies Pensions UK and the Association of British Insurers are running their own month-long Pension...
Healey’s growth agenda meets fiscal reality
Healey’s growth agenda meets fiscal reality In his first major speech, Chancellor John Healey today set out optimistic plans to drive economic growth across ‘every postcode’ in the UK. Taking a more...
Why bond markets suddenly matter again
Government bonds are meant to be boring. Yet recent swings in yields have made headlines across the globe. So, what’s changed, and what does it mean for their role in your portfolio?...
Beating the deadlines: tax dates for business owners
At a glance From self-assessment tax returns to Making Tax Digital, business owners face a growing number of tax deadlines and reporting requirements. And with an Autumn Budget only weeks away, more...
Finding control when money feels overwhelming
At a glance Anxiety can make financial challenges feel much worse. Whether you become worried about the sustainability of your financial future, dealing with debt or struggling with cash flow problems, emotions...
How pension changes could affect your inheritance tax plans
At a glance For many people, a pension is one of their biggest assets. From April 2027, it could also become an important inheritance tax (IHT) consideration. From this date, most unused...
Keeping it in the family: planning ahead for business succession
At a glance Achieving a successful handover of your business to a family member typically comes down to three aspects: early planning (ideally five to 10 years in advance), having a full...
What Japan’s falling currency could mean for borrowing costs
At a glance Japan, one of the world’s largest economies, is struggling with a falling currency. The yen has been weakening against the US dollar, reaching its lowest level in almost 40...
